Peggy Genung, 87

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Apr 28, 2012 at 10:06 AM

Peggy Genung, 87, died April 25, 2012, at Life Care Center.She was born in St. Petersburg, Fla. After her marriage to Harry Genung, they moved to Miami where they lived until his retirement. They moved to Hendersonville in 1982. She is predeceased by her parents, husband Harry, sister Harriett and niece Hazel.She is survived by her daughter, Edie Harris (Brice) of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Meg Hoke (Todd) of Hendersonville and Brice Jr. (Chris); and great-grandchildren, Gavin, Bryson and Shayne Harris of Canfield, Ohio.She was a lifelong crafter and seamstress, making Meg's wedding dress. She was also a talented quilter — teaching classes and winning awards. She was an active member of Asheville Quilt Guild, Landrum Quilt Group and Tarheel Piecemakers. Six of her quilted banners hang in Balfour United Methodist Church, of which she was a devoted member. She sang in the choir, taught an adult Sunday school class and participated in both the back pack and bread ministries.She laughed easily and often. She had many long-lasting friendships in which she was accepting and supportive, ready to lend a sympathetic ear or a helping hand. She enjoyed time with her family — working jigsaw puzzles, playing games with the kids and watching "Dancing with the Stars." She was an avid reader and crossword puzzle worker. Her affectionate smile and loving heart will be missed by many.The family is grateful for the loving and capable care of her physicians, Compassionate Home Care, orthopedic wing of Pardee Hospital, Life Care, Four Seasons Hospice and her many caring and supportive friends. A celebration of her life will be at Balfour United Methodist Church on Sunday, April 29 at 2 p.m. The Revs. Brice Harris and Deb Patterson will officiate. Her remains will be buried in the family plot in Brooksville, Fla. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Balfour UMC's backpack food ministry.

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